Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing at THE LIMES SURGERY
Drugs used in diabetes | Endocrine System
Items (12m)
3,767
Total Quantity
291.8K
NHS Cost
£9.2K
vs National Avg
+5.6%
THE LIMES SURGERY prescribed 3,767 items of Metformin hydrochloride over the last 12 months at a cost of £9,237 to the NHS. This is 5.6% above the national average prescribing rate. Metformin hydrochloride is classified under Drugs used in diabetes in the BNF.
Monthly Prescribing Trend
Jun 2026
335
Jun 2026
280
Jun 2026
340
Jun 2026
305
Jun 2026
320
Jun 2026
320
Jun 2026
313
Jun 2026
340
Jun 2026
320
Jun 2026
293
Jun 2026
300
Jun 2026
301
Prescribing Details
| Total Items | 3,767 |
|---|---|
| Total Quantity | 291,779 |
| Total NHS Cost | £9,237 |
| Presentations | 12 different forms |
| vs National Average | +5.6% |
Metformin hydrochloride Prescribing Comparison
| This practice | 3,767 items |
|---|---|
| National average per practice | 3,567 items |
| Difference | +5.6% vs national average |
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Data sourced from NHSBSA English Prescribing Dataset, CQC, and GP Patient Survey. Prescribing data does not indicate quality of care. Higher prescribing rates may reflect patient demographics. Always consult your GP for medical advice.